THE term 'Introduction' applied to a text-book on a branch of physics gives little idea of the standard and scope of the work. Those who are familiar with the customary method of teaching optics will ...

An introduction to modern theories of the universe and its evolution. Topics include naked eye observation, the solar system, stars, galaxies, and cosmology. Emphasis will be placed on the scientific ...

Geometric optics is a confusing subject for many physics students, who often first encounter the subject in introductory college physics classes. Traditional instruction in geometric optics is not as ...

This course introduces basic concepts of the quantum theory of solids and presents the theory describing the carrier behaviors in semiconductors. The course balances fundamental physics with ...

This introduction to physics and chemistry is designed to prepare architecture students for their technological courses involving building, building materials, and building infrastructure. The course ...

It is not uncommon for students to enter William and Mary with AP or IB credits in physics. These credits will be transferred according to the general college policies. An AP score of 5 or IB score of ...

THIS book has been written as a text–book for second–year students at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. “The goal to which it aspires is a compact logical exposition of the fundamental laws ...